NOVEL NEXT Chapter 48.2
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A week later.
“Huh? So, did Isaac really was ordained a priest?”
“Yeah. Isaac got it this year. The Papacy’s approval has been granted.”
Lilai laughed brightly at Elai’s words.
“Originally, don’t you have to take a written test? So, even if it’s possible, I was thinking about next year.”
Instead of answering, the family head showed a letter that came from the capital.
“Originally, shouldn’t the work of recruiting people take precedence? As for the rescue targets…”
“Are they the scholars and people from Eshua?”
“No. It’s the Holy Spirit.”
“What?”
“Well, if it’s a king-level Holy Spirit, it’s like an irreplaceable noble in the country. The scholars seem to act as if Isaac having a king-level Holy Spirit is a secret, but…”
The family head unfolded the letter.
The scholars had caught on. The reason why he didn’t let Isaac go.
Was it because he might be ridiculed for Isaac’s actions or appearance?
No.
Hasn’t it been hundreds of years since the time when he was ridiculed? Would he be itchy about that now?
It was actually for another reason.
‘He will be targeted because of his appearance when he goes out.’
To let Isaac go out was too much due to the Holy Spirit his grandson had.
In fact, it was written in a letter from the Papacy.
-I want you to show everyone the wonderful abilities that a child who hasn’t yet grown up has.
Although it was written as if it were from the Papacy, it was probably from other Cardinals.
The other five major family heads would also be interested. That’s why ten years ago, the heads declared a state of emergency throughout Eshua.
The news that Isaac had summoned a king-level Holy Spirit was supposed to be kept secret for a while.
Well, the elders were surprised.
-Why! This is an incredible achievement! Just by summoning, it’s an opportunity to instantly raise the honor of Eshua!
-That paltry honor isn’t more important than the child’s life.
-!
When facing a suckling, how easily can you be robbed?
But Lilai seemed to laugh as if he wasn’t worried about that statement.
“That’s a story for when Isaac couldn’t protect himself.”
“Yeah, that’s right.”
So, the family head also tested Isaac.
“Receiving ordination as a priest means graduating from the Academy. Naturally, he should have the appropriate academic background and knowledge. If not, it’s on hold. So, I had scholars conduct tests.”
“And the results…!”
Family head frowned reproachfully.
“What have you been teaching him all this time?”
“Yes, what?”
Lilai was puzzled by his father’s expression, but soon Elai sighed.
“He is a child with perfect scores. Attitude is a flaw, though.”
Although he said that, the family head seemed very pleased. Probably because he saw hope in Isaac.
A child with such talent who is growing both physically and handling holy power? It’s strange not having expectations.
“Oh? There’s one more unopened result here.”
“That’s an integrity test. Well, it’s a basic test to become a priest. No need to look at it.”
Lilai unfolded the test paper as if he welcomed it.
“Oh, I remember this. It’s an integrity test with a divine spell on it, so even if you lie, your true feelings and faith are revealed. I was so surprised when my true feelings were exposed.”
“Well, even if you’re a bit of a troublemaker, there’s nothing to worry about unless you’re a criminal or trash. It came out safely.”
Lilai agreed.
Well, there are some worrying parts, but…
“Oh, he’s overflowing with vigor.”
[Q: What do you think about the family that raised and nurtured you?]
[A: Conquer. Mine.]
Family head let out a forced laugh.
It’s absurd, but he had to have that much determination to give him the heir position.
“Read more.”
[Q: What will you do after becoming a priest?]
[A: Make the gods’ balls sweating.]
[Q: Describe your will and aspirations for the country as a priest of the Holy Empire of Hella.]
[A: Destroy the country.]
“…”
“…”
Both Lilai and Elai were at a loss for words.
To emphasize again, you absolutely cannot lie on this test paper. Because lies are revealed due to the spell.
So, it’s a basic test to see the faith before becoming a priest… What the fuck!?
Before becoming a priest, he’ll be taken for heresy investigation! No, not ‘will be taken,’ but really dragged away!
It’s not a joke. His religious faith is at 0, not to mention minus, it’s at the level of going underground!
Even if the answer is even slightly impure, the priest’s qualifications will be immediately suspended, but with this answer?
If he get caught by a heresy inquisitor, immediate torture and execution!
“…Ah, Father. Who saw this result…”
“For now, it’s just you and me.”
“…If Isaac becomes a priest and has to take the test again, several people will see it.”
“…”
“…”
They fell into deep silence.
“Father…”
Elai grabbed the back of his neck without saying anything.
You cannot cancel an ordination you have already decided to receive.
“Lilai.”
“Yes.”
“You take the priest’s ordination for him this time. Tell them that Isaac won’t be able to leave the house for a while. The reason is…”
Closing his eyes, the family head firmly frowned.
“Home education… that’s the reason.”
Character education was urgently needed.